Civil War Union Army Officer. Served during the Civil War as Colonel and commander of the 4th Michigan Volunteer Infantry. During the second day of the Battle of Gettysburg (July 2, 1863) he was mortally wounded in brutal fighing in the Wheatfield by a Confederate bayonet while attempting to rescue the 4th Michigan's national colors. He lingered until the next day before dying. Today the 4th Michigan Infantry's monument in the Gettysburg National Military Park stand on the spot in the Wheatfield where he was wounded. (bio by: Russ Dodge)

Rest in peace, Colonel. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. God bless you for your gallant stand in defense of our Union against those who would have destroyed it. The Union forever!-
Sharon Added: Jul. 4, 2016